Keeneland Race 10 - Race 10 - Mdn Claiming
D BIGALOW (2) returned last time with a solid third at Churchill Downs Turf (Turf) over 1106m after being prominent at the turn. This doesn't look as hard so he is all set to open the account. TERRE HAUTE (3) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1811m at Churchill Downs Turf, beaten 6 lengths into eighth. Finds a more suitable contest and can turn things around. CLASSIC CAUSE (1) is a four-year-old gelding who is having his first run for the W A Ward barn. Resumes after filling a minor placing at his latest outing 16 months ago at Lingfield. Not seen at the trials but is in a nice race. Bold showing expected. CAN'T STOP WILLIS (11) was narrowly beaten into second when second up last start at Churchill Downs (Dirt) over 1308m. Should be nearing his peak at this stage of the campaign. Something for the Multiples: PHANTOM SLAYER (15) GREYSTAR (4)

Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.
Weight: 56kgs
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Second-up. First-up after two months held ground to the line 3rd of 8 at Churchill Downs Turf on September 23 over 1106m, 3.5 len behind Pelican Hill carrying 56kg at $3.68. Previously second-up 2nd of 7 at Churchill Downs on June 4 over 1106m, 1.0 len behind Mouqeer with 56kg at $2.45. Strong winning chance.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 23/09/2026 | 67 | MDN CLM 3U | $93,056.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FM | Mario Gutierrez | 56kg | 1:02.76 | 4-2-3 | 3 |
| 3.5L | $3.68 |
| 4/12 | 18/07/2026 | 27 | MDN CLM 3U | $53,495.00 | Ellis Park | 1207m | Fast | Cristian Mauricio Torres | 56kg | 1:10.77 | 4-4-4 | 3 |
| 4.3L | $3.77 |
| 2/10 | 21/06/2026 | 17 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,498.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | Fast | Mario Gutierrez | 56kg | 1:10.50 | 3-3-2 | 5 |
| 4.3L | $3.67 |
| 2/7 | 04/06/2026 | 41 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,498.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | Fast | Mario Gutierrez | 56kg | 1:05.48 | 2-2-2 | 4 |
| 1.0L | $2.45 |
| 4/7 | 24/04/2026 | 149 | MDN 3U | $160,116.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | SP | Francisco Arrieta | 56kg | 1:10.50 | 5-4-4 | 6 |
| 9.0L | $2.40 |
| 7/11 | 26/11/2025 | 19 | MDN CLM 3U | $105,344.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | Fast | Luis Saez | 55.5kg | 1:11.01 | 6-2-7 | 6 |
| 5.6L | $6.81 |

Jockey: Francisco Arrieta
Weight: 55kgs
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Third-up today. First-up ran on from midfield; 2nd of 9 at Ellis Park on July 25 over 1609m, 10 len behind Fitzgerald carrying 50.5kg at $16.47. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Horseshoe Indianapolis on September 14 over 1609m, 4 len behind Senor Valentine carrying 54.5kg at $11.20. This looks too tough.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 14/09/2026 | 51 | MDN CLM 3U | $33,333.00 | Indiana Downs | 1609m | Fast | Amir Mendoza | 54.5kg | 1:39.54 | 2-2-2 | 1 |
| 4.0L | $11.20 |
| 2/9 | 25/07/2026 | 65 | MDN CLM 3U | $34,470.00 | Ellis Park | 1609m | Fast | W Meeks | 50.5kg | 1:38.50 | 4-2-2 | 8 |
| 10.0L | $16.47 |
| 6/8 | 21/05/2026 | 28 | MDN CLM 3U | $25,140.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1207m | SP | Kevin Roman | 55kg | 1:12.18 | 2-5-6 | 7 |
| 10.0L | $7.30 |
| 3/8 | 23/04/2026 | 13 | MDN CLM 3U | $26,201.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Kevin Roman | 55kg | 0:59.06 | 3-4-3 | 4 |
| 2.5L | $21.30 |
| 6/7 | 10/04/2026 | 36 | MDN CLM 3U | $49,491.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | Fast | L Quinonez | 54kg | 1:11.24 | 6-6-6 | 3 |
| 15.3L | $39.10 |
| 11/11 | 05/03/2026 | 19 | MDN CLM 3 | $53,371.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | Fast | Cristian Mauricio Torres | 55.5kg | 1:11.50 | 3-6-11 | 7 |
| 16.0L | $17.20 |

Jockey: Mario Gutierrez
Weight: 55kgs
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Second-up. First-up after eight months ran second last of 11 at Churchill Downs on September 13 over 1308m, 23 len behind Big Jake carrying 55kg at $14.74. Previously second-up 6th of 8 at Fairgrounds on January 24 over 1207m, 12 len behind Noble Affair carrying 54.5kg at $10.40. Must improve significantly.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 13/09/2026 | 232 | MDN 3U | $166,667.00 | Churchill Downs | 1308m | Fast | Mario Gutierrez | 55kg | 1:15.60 | 1-7-10 | 11 |
| 23.5L | $14.74 |
| 6/8 | 24/01/2026 | 35 | MDN 3 | $80,717.00 | Fairgrounds | 1207m | Fast | Pascacio Lopez | 54.5kg | 1:09.84 | 5-6-6 | 4 |
| 12.5L | $10.40 |
| 7/7 | 20/12/2025 | - | MDN 2 | $84,227.00 | Fairgrounds | 1207m | Fast | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 54.5kg | 1:10.05 | 7-7-7 | 7 |
| 19.5L | $12.10 |

Jockey: Declan Cannon
Weight: 55kgs
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Returns from a 35-day let-up. Last start 9th of 12 at Horseshoe Indianapolis Turf on September 3 over 1609m, 9 len behind Mcginnis carrying 52kg at $10.20. The race before that 6th of 8 at Horseshoe Indianapolis on July 7 over 1609m, 18 len behind Mount Vernon with 54.5kg at $28.50. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 03/09/2026 | 58 | MDN CLM 3U | $25,678.00 | Indiana Downs | 1609m | FM | W Meeks | 52kg | 1:35.54 | 5-10-9 | 4 |
| 9.8L | $10.20 |
| 6/8 | 07/07/2026 | 22 | MDN 3U | $46,444.00 | Indiana Downs | 1609m | Fast | Evin A Roman | 54.5kg | 1:38.91 | 2-8-6 | 8 |
| 18.5L | $28.50 |
| 5/9 | 15/06/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $44,630.00 | Indiana Downs | 1207m | Fast | Evin A Roman | 55.5kg | 1:09.52 | 1-5-5 | 7 |
| 12.1L | $4.60 |

Jockey: Luis Saez
Weight: 55kgs
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Jumped at big odds at debut, 10th of 12 at Kentucky on August 30 over 1408m, 13 len behind Just Buy It with 55kg at $26.30. Cannot enthuse after that sub-standard performance.
Last Starts 39 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12 | 30/08/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $242,511.00 | Kentucky | 1408m | FM | V Carrasco | 55kg | 1:23.01 | 10-10-10 | 6 |
| 13.1L | $26.30 |

Jockey: Edgar Morales
Weight: 55kgs
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Racing well recently. Most recently 4th of 8 at Churchill Downs Turf on September 23 over 1106m, 4 len behind Pelican Hill carrying 55kg at $12.60. The race before that 3rd of 10 at Ellis Park on August 1 over 1308m, 4.5 len behind City Of Life carrying 54kg at $21.28. Sure to be about the money.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 23/09/2026 | 53 | MDN CLM 3U | $93,056.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FM | Edgar Morales | 55kg | 1:02.76 | 3-4-4 | 2 |
| 4.3L | $12.60 |
| 3/10 | 01/08/2026 | 18 | MDN CLM 3U | $57,061.00 | Ellis Park | 1308m | SP | Jaime A Torres | 54kg | 1:17.44 | 10-6-3 | 5 |
| 4.5L | $21.28 |
| 5/7 | 14/07/2026 | 26 | MDN 3 | $46,444.00 | Indiana Downs | 1207m | Fast | Jim Graham | 55.5kg | 1:10.24 | 3-3-5 | 6 |
| 5.8L | $19.20 |
| 2/8 | 18/06/2026 | 25 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,498.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | Fast | Edgar Morales | 53.5kg | 1:35.12 | 3-2-2 | 8 |
| 5.3L | $14.49 |
| 5/10 | 24/05/2026 | 42 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,609.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | SP | Francisco Arrieta | 53.5kg | 1:48.77 | 3-3-5 | 6 |
| 5.2L | $51.09 |
| 11/12 | 12/04/2026 | 53 | MDN CLM 3U | $77,147.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | Fast | Irving Moncada | 53.5kg | 1:46.72 | 9-11-11 | 5 |
| 30.2L | $12.60 |

Jockey: Danny Sheehy
Weight: 56kgs
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Second run back. First-up after nine months ran second last of 11 at Churchill Downs on September 19 over 1408m, 15 len behind Merited with 56kg at $43.38. Previously second-up ran second last of 8 at Turfway Park on January 16 over 1207m, 6 len behind Tap Me A Song carrying 55.5kg at $16.69. Needs to do a lot more.
Last Starts 19 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 19/09/2026 | 246 | MDN CLM 3U | $93,056.00 | Churchill Downs | 1408m | Fast | Danny Sheehy | 56kg | 1:23.13 | 10-10-10 | 5 |
| 15.0L | $43.38 |
| 7/8 | 16/01/2026 | 26 | MDN 4U | $142,653.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | Fast | Fernando De La Cruz | 55.5kg | 1:11.64 | 6-8-7 | 3 |
| 6.5L | $16.69 |
| 6/10 | 21/12/2025 | 437 | MDN 3U | $153,139.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | Fast | Fernando De La Cruz | 55.5kg | 1:09.85 | 3-5-6 | 6 |
| 5.3L | $15.43 |
| 3/5 | 10/10/2024 | 22 | MDN 2 | $46,243.00 | Indiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Oscar Villarreal | 52kg | 1:05.87 | 2-3-3 | 1 |
| 2.3L | $3.90 |
| 2/8 | 18/09/2024 | 44 | MDN 2 | $47,059.00 | Indiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Oscar Villarreal | 51.5kg | 1:06.12 | 6-2-2 | 6 |
| 0.1L | $5.80 |
| 4/8 | 05/08/2024 | 95 | MDN 2 | $109,063.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | Fast | Joseph C Bealmear | 51kg | 1:04.84 | 3-4-4 | 1 |
| 4.1L | $7.13 |

Jockey: Keith J. Asmussen
Weight: 56kgs
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Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up 4th of 7 at Ellis Park Turf on August 23 over 1710m, 4 len behind T V Channel carrying 56kg at $5.58. Second-up sat on the pace when 2nd of 11 at Churchill Downs on September 17 over 1308m, 0.8 len behind Act Of Parliament with 56kg at $25.04. Should be right in the finish.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 17/09/2026 | 25 | MDN CLM 3U | $66,667.00 | Churchill Downs | 1308m | Fast | Keith J Asmussen | 56kg | 1:18.07 | 2-4-2 | 6 |
| 0.8L | $25.04 |
| 4/7 | 23/08/2026 | 73 | MDN CLM 3U | $44,579.00 | Ellis Park | 1710m | FM | Francisco Arrieta | 56kg | 1:43.65 | 2-3-4 | 3 |
| 3.8L | $5.58 |
| 3/7 | 11/06/2026 | 47 | MDN CLM 3U | $66,946.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | Fast | Francisco Arrieta | 56.5kg | 1:46.64 | 1-2-3 | 1 |
| 4.0L | $2.67 |
| 4/7 | 25/04/2026 | 15 | MDN CLM 3U | $58,224.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1609m | Good | Joseph C Bealmear | 56.5kg | 1:38.94 | 2-5-4 | 3 |
| 7.3L | $4.90 |
| 3/7 | 10/04/2026 | 351 | MDN CLM 3U | $49,491.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | Fast | Joseph C Bealmear | 56kg | 1:11.24 | 7-5-3 | 5 |
| 6.8L | $5.20 |
| 6/7 | 24/04/2025 | 27 | MDN 3U | $175,719.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1609m | Fast | Ramon A Vazquez | 56.5kg | 1:38.38 | 5-6-6 | 7 |
| 9.9L | $5.60 |

Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 55kgs
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Second-up. First-up after 10 months came from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Churchill Downs on September 17 over 1308m, 1.5 len behind Act Of Parliament with 55kg at $6.20. Previously second-up ran last of 12 at Churchill Downs on November 23 over 1308m, 27 len behind Mob with 54kg at $53.18. Sure to run well.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 17/09/2026 | 298 | MDN CLM 3U | $66,667.00 | Churchill Downs | 1308m | Fast | Tyler Gaffalione | 55kg | 1:18.07 | 5-2-3 | 4 |
| 1.5L | $6.20 |
| 12/12 | 23/11/2025 | 30 | MDN 2 | $183,206.00 | Churchill Downs | 1308m | Fast | Axel Concepcion | 54kg | 1:17.34 | 6-12-12 | 12 |
| 27.4L | $53.18 |
| 4/12 | 24/10/2025 | - | MDN CLM 2 | $118,721.00 | Keeneland | 1207m | Fast | Luis Saez | 54kg | 1:12.57 | 7-4-4 | 12 |
| 2.3L | $22.22 |